B2 noun Neutral

chapter

/ˈtʃæptər/

A chapter is one of the main sections into which a book is divided, typically identified by a number or a title. It can also refer to a local branch of a larger organization or a distinct period of time in a person's life or history.

Beispiele

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1

I read one more chapter of my book before turning off the light.

I read one more section of my book before sleeping.

2

The findings of the research are detailed extensively in the fourth chapter of the report.

The research results are explained in the fourth section of the document.

3

Moving to a new city was the start of an exciting new chapter for her.

Moving to a new city was the beginning of a new phase in her life.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
chapter
Adjektiv
chaptered
Verwandt
subchapter
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Merkhilfe

Imagine a 'chap' (a man) holding a 'ter'(m) paper that is so long it must be divided into sections.

Schnelles Quiz

The student had to summarize the third ____ of the textbook for his homework assignment.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: chapter

Beispiele

1

I read one more chapter of my book before turning off the light.

everyday

I read one more section of my book before sleeping.

2

The findings of the research are detailed extensively in the fourth chapter of the report.

formal

The research results are explained in the fourth section of the document.

3

Moving to a new city was the start of an exciting new chapter for her.

informal

Moving to a new city was the beginning of a new phase in her life.

4

The introductory chapter establishes the theoretical framework used throughout the thesis.

academic

The first part of the paper sets up the theory used in the study.

5

The local chapter of the business association meets every Tuesday morning.

business

The local branch of the business group has weekly meetings.

Wortfamilie

Nomen
chapter
Adjektiv
chaptered
Verwandt
subchapter

Häufige Kollokationen

final chapter the last part of a book or life event
introductory chapter the first section that provides background info
local chapter a specific regional branch of an organization
chapter heading the title found at the start of a chapter
open a new chapter to begin a fresh period or phase in life

Häufige Phrasen

chapter and verse

providing exact details or the precise authority for a statement

a chapter of accidents

a series of unfortunate or unlucky events

close the chapter

to finish a particular period or experience and move on

Wird oft verwechselt mit

chapter vs chart

A chart is a visual representation of data, while a chapter is a textual division of a book.

chapter vs section

Section is a general term for any part, whereas chapter specifically refers to large divisions in books or organizations.

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Nutzungshinweise

Use 'chapter' when referring to the numbered parts of a book or the branches of a club or fraternity. It is also common in figurative speech to describe a major life change.

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Häufige Fehler

Do not use 'chapter' to refer to a single page or a short paragraph; a chapter is a much larger unit of text.

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Merkhilfe

Imagine a 'chap' (a man) holding a 'ter'(m) paper that is so long it must be divided into sections.

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Wortherkunft

Derived from the Old French 'chapitre', from the Latin 'capitulum', which means 'little head' or 'heading'.

Grammatikmuster

Countable noun Commonly followed by a number (e.g., Chapter 5)
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Kultureller Kontext

In English-speaking countries, social organizations like fraternities, sororities, and charity groups are typically organized into regional 'chapters'.

Schnelles Quiz

The student had to summarize the third ____ of the textbook for his homework assignment.

Richtig!

Die richtige Antwort ist: chapter

Verwandte Redewendungen

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C1

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individual

C1

Relating to a single person or thing as distinct from a group. It describes something that is intended for, or used by, one person rather than a collective entity.

appropriately

B2

To perform an action in a manner that is suitable, right, or proper for a particular situation, person, or occasion. It implies following specific social norms, professional standards, or logical requirements.

region

B2

A region is an area of land that has common features, such as geography, climate, or culture, which distinguish it from other areas. It can refer to a large part of a country or the world and is often used in administrative or scientific contexts to organize space.

resource

B2

A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively. In academic and informational contexts, it refers to a source of information or expertise used to support research or learning.

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

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